Available for the first time in 72 years, 255 Tappan Street is a beautifully maintained brick two-family home with additional living space. Perfectly positioned near Washington Square and Brookline’s top restaurants and bars, the home sits just off Beacon Street near Brookline High School and the Green Line, offering unbeatable convenience. Star Market is located right at the end of the street. Each unit is turnkey—ready for immediate move-in or rental—making this an exceptional opportunity for both homeowners and investors. Set on nearly 10,000 sq. ft. with a spacious backyard, the property features two 3-bedroom, 2-bath units with generous living and dining areas and well-equipped kitchens. The second-floor unit includes a private deck, while the additional space includes a full kitchen, 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and in-unit laundry. Added highlights include a 2-car garage, extra driveway parking, basement access from all units, and ample storage.
Sold for $2,820,000
$2,820,000
255 Tappan St, Brookline, MA 02445
7beds
4,171sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1953
-- sqft lot
$2,937,000 Zestimate®
$676/sqft
$5,735 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,937,000
$2.73M - $3.17M
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Dan Rosenthal 617-733-5155,
Rise Signature Homes 617-383-5659,
Dan Rosenthal 617-733-5155
Bought with:
Shari Lyons
Coldwell Banker Realty - New England Home Office
Source: MLS PIN,MLS#: 73443932
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Appliances
- Included: Range, Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer
Features
- Living Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Family Room
- Flooring: Wood, Carpet, Concrete
- Basement: Full,Garage Access
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,171
- Total interior livable area: 4,171 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 4,171
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Paved Drive, Off Street, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 6
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio, Patio - Enclosed
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Garden
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 9,919 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 37541
- Zoning: T-6
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Condition
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Public Transportation, Shopping, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Park, Walk/Jog Trails, Golf, Medical Facility, Laundromat, Bike Path, Highway Access, House of Worship, Private School, Public School, T-Station, University
Location
- Region: Brookline
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $676/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $3,134,600
- Annual tax amount: $30,939
- Date on market: 11/28/2025
- Total actual rent: 0
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/23/2025 | Sold | $2,820,000-6%$676/sqft |
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| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $2,999,999-11.7%$719/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $3,399,000$815/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $30,939 +1.8% | $3,134,600 +0.7% |
| 2024 | $30,406 +8% | $3,112,200 +10.2% |
| 2023 | $28,159 +2.7% | $2,824,400 +5% |
| 2022 | $27,409 +8.1% | $2,689,800 +4% |
| 2021 | $25,347 +6.1% | $2,586,400 +2.3% |
| 2020 | $23,887 +5.9% | $2,527,700 +5% |
| 2019 | $22,556 +9.6% | $2,407,300 +10.7% |
| 2018 | $20,575 +3.4% | $2,174,900 +8% |
| 2017 | $19,896 +4.9% | $2,013,800 +10.6% |
| 2016 | $18,973 +7.3% | $1,820,800 +10% |
| 2015 | $17,679 +5.7% | $1,655,300 +12.7% |
| 2014 | $16,727 +2.7% | $1,468,600 +5% |
| 2013 | $16,295 +2.2% | $1,398,700 |
| 2012 | $15,945 +3.2% | $1,398,700 +2.3% |
| 2011 | $15,444 +3% | $1,366,700 |
| 2010 | $14,993 +20.2% | $1,366,700 +17.2% |
| 2009 | $12,469 +18.7% | $1,166,400 +13.1% |
| 2008 | $10,502 +2.8% | $1,031,600 -1.7% |
| 2007 | $10,212 +1.5% | $1,049,500 -0.4% |
| 2006 | $10,065 +14.1% | $1,053,900 +22.2% |
| 2005 | $8,824 +3% | $862,600 +7% |
| 2004 | $8,570 +4.3% | $806,200 +10% |
| 2003 | $8,216 +6.4% | $732,900 +22.5% |
| 2002 | $7,721 +13.3% | $598,500 +48.5% |
| 1999 | $6,815 | $403,000 |
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Neighborhood: Aspinwall Hill
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10John D Runkle SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Brookline High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: John D. Runkle School
- High: Brookline High School
Source: MLS PIN. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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